VIF is a fixed income ETF that seeks to track the return of its respective international fixed income index. It invests in government and corporate bonds outside Australia.
Details about this ETF
| Key information | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Fees | Size | Growth / Defensive | |
| 0.20% p.a. | $822M | Defensive | |
| Performance | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | 3 years (p.a.) | 5 years (p.a.) |
| 7.97% | -2.24% | -1.21% |
Performance is as of 30 September 2024. Past performance of financial products is no guarantee of future performance.
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Why does Stockspot choose this ETF in its portfolios?
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Tracks an index for low management fees and more reliable returns.
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Provides transparency and potential tax efficiency.
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Ample market liquidity with daily entry and exit prices.
Invest in one ETF vs. a portfolio approach
Invest in single ETF
Performance is tied to a specific sector or index. You may experience higher volatility and miss out on gains from other sectors or asset classes.
Limited risk management due to exposure to a specific sector or index.
Rebalancing is limited to the investments within the ETF.
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Invest in a portfolio of ETFs
Potential for more consistent returns as different assets perform well in different market conditions.
Enhanced risk management through broader diversification across different sectors, asset classes, and geographies.
Easier to maintain desired asset allocation through buying and selling of assets in response to market changes. This can help manage risk and potentially improve returns over time.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the average return on VIF?
Vanguard International Fixed Interest Index (Hedged) ETF (VIF) has seen total returns of 7.97% over the past 1 year, -2.24% p.a. over the past 3 years and -1.21% p.a. over the past 5 years, as of 30 September 2024.
Does VIF pay a dividend?
Yes, VIF pays a dividend.
What companies make up VIF?
The Vanguard ETF VIF provides exposure to fixed income securities that generally range in credit quality from BBB to AAA via international fixed interest assets and domestic fixed interest assets.
What type of ETF is VIF?
VIF is a fixed income ETF investing in government and corporate bonds outside Australia, following its respective international fixed income index.